What we’re about
Interested in Vedic philosophy and want to meet others with a similar interest? Our group aims to build a community of people interested in studying and living the teachings of the Vedas in the modern world. This group aims to find synthesis in the various strands of Vedic philosophy without being held to one particular path or guru. Ideal group members would be students of Vedic philosophy, Hatha yoga teachers and practitioners, Tantric/kundalini practitioners, Ayurvedic practitioners, Desis/Hindus that want non-denominational fellowship and curious others who may want to learn more about Vedic philosophy but are not sure where to start! Ideally meetings will bring variety of activities: study circles of scriptures, asana sessions, bhajans, visiting local Hindu Temples, Indian restaurants, guest speakers (Swamis, etc) and more!
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See all- Bhagavad Gita Book Club (Study Circle)-- Chapter 5: The Yoga of RenunciationSanctuary Event Space, South 8th Street, Austin, TX, Austin, TX
Does one need to be a monk to be a renunciate? What does renunciation ACTUALLY mean? Can one be a renunciate and still live "in the world"? How do we strike the balance? Do knowledge and work lead to the same results? How do we find the balance and which to choose first? All this and more is clarified in this chapter, "The Yoga of True Renunciation". As Krishna says, "He who neither hates nor desires the fruits of his actions is a true renunciate."
For the purposes of this book club/study group, we will be using Eknath Easwaran's 2nd edition version of the Bhagavad Gita. This book was chosen as it is less heavy on some of the Sanskrit terminology and will be much easier to read for those not already familiar with this text. It is also inexpensive to purchase and easy to find. Ideally, all participants will have read the chapter prior to the meeting, so that the time may be spent in discussion and clarification of the text.
We will be serving GF/CF/vegan Chai and snacks for those attending!Location: The Sanctuary Event Space (Studio)
1006 S 8th St, Austin, TX 78704
https://sanctuaryeventspace.com(This is a yoga-studio style space with blankets and bolsters available for use; however, if you require more support (portable chairs, etc), please bring the necessary with you.)
PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
10:30-10:45: Arrive (no later than 10:45 please)
10:45- 11:00: Welcome, announcements, Opening Prayers
11:00- 12:30: Study circle, closing prayersPlease see/join our Facebook group:
Facebook.com/groups/vedicsatsangatx/YOUTUBE VIDEOS OF PREVIOUS SESSIONS--
https://www.youtube.com/@VedicSatsangATX - Bhagavad Gita Book Club (Study Circle): Chapter 6-- Yoga of MeditationCasa de Luz Village, Toomey Road, Austin, TX, Austin, TX
Now that Krishna has explained to Arjuna (and us!) many of the details of selfless work, knowledge, renunciation of action and much more-- we need to turn inwards for a moment to begin the peeling away of the layers of ourselves and false identification with our ego. One of the best ways to do this is Meditation, or Dhyana. Hence, this chapter is titled "Dhyana Yoga". Many people mistakenly believe that meditation is only discussed in the Hatha yoga texts like the Yoga Sutras or Hatha Yoga Pradikipa. This is not the case and the Gita predates these texts by several centuries by most estimates! "Let a man lift himself by his own Self; let him not degrade himself".
For those who may be attending for the first time, we are using the Easwaran 2nd edition of the Gita for the study group. Additionally, we have posted videos of the previous sessions on our Facebook Group page. Please sign up and can view the links here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/vedicsatsangatxYOUTUBE VIDEOS OF PREVIOUS SESSIONS--
https://www.youtube.com/@VedicSatsangATXLocation: Casa De Luz: "Serena Room"
PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
10:30-10:45: Arrive (no later than 10:45 please)
10:45- 11:00: Welcome, announcements, Opening Prayers
11:00- 12:30: Study circle, closing prayers
As always, we will serve Vegan Chai and snacks for attendees.
Please RSVP ASAP and if unable to come, please also cancel your RSVP as this is critical to insuring we have the appropriate space. Thank you!
